Explore Fortress Lake in Hamber Provincial Park

Explore Fortress Lake in Hamber Provincial Park

Fish. Hike. Relax.

Our Fortress Lake Fly Fish and Hike Retreat is built in collaboration with Fortress Lake Fly Fishing Resort. The tour is designed for those who want to explore, adventure and unwind in one of British Columbia’s carefully preserved natural places. The lake is only accessible by helicopter fly in, or a vigorous hike and packraft expedition. Situated in the heart of the Columbia Icefield’s, bordering Jasper National Park, Fortress Lake draws you in and wraps it’s arms around you in a giant nature hug.

Women’s Hike & Fish Retreat

July 7th - 11th, 2025

Co-ed/Couples Hike & Fish Retreat

July 11th-14th, 2025

$3,495pp* Early Bird Rate

*Based on double occupancy in the Canvas Cabins or Yurts

CODE: EARLYBIRDFL

Difficulty

Hiking is Moderate to Challenging

(adjustable based on group desires)

We welcome anyone new to fly fishing, no experience necessary

Itinerary: Explore Fortress Lake in Hamber Provincial Park

Day 1

Arrive at Rockies Heli, Nordegg AB to prep for your 30 min flight to the lodge. Upon arriving you will get a tour of the facility, be shown to your cabin/yurt and settle in with drinks and snacks. Your guide will have hiking and fishing options for the remainder of the day.

Dinner is served at 6pm

Day 2 & 3

Breakfast is at 8am

Dinner and wine is served at 6pm

In between 8am and 6pm, the Fortress staff and your hiking host will cater your days to get the most out of your time at the lodge. This may include morning stretches, daily hiking plans, evening fishing, firing up the cedar hot tub, building a fire on the beach, playing games in the common room or floating on the lake with the paddle boards.

Day 4

Enjoy your breakfast before packing your bag, and enjoying one more early fish or some beach time before the helicopter arrives to take you home.

The Details

Accommodation:

Fortress Lake Lodge is tucked into the valley surrounded by mountains, glaciers, creeks, streams and rivers. The lodge offers six cozy yurts which can accommodate two people and has a communal eating area where a professional chef prepares delicious meals for the guests. 

Guests can also enjoy a relaxing soak in the cedar hot tub, and power boats are available to take you to the trailhead. The lodge features Yurt Showers, flush toilets, gravel beaches, and stunning views of glaciers and mountains. The property boasts 360-degree natural beauty and offers excellent opportunities for fishing.

Getting there:

We fly out of Nordegg, AB. Nordegg is situated on highway 11, just east of the Columbia Icefields Highway. It is three hours from Edmonton or Calgary and 1.5 hours from Red Deer. Ask us about transportation from the Calgary airport.

What’s Included

  • Round trip heli flights to and from Fortress Lake

  • 3 days, 3 nights at the lodge

  • All meals, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks and wine or beer served with dinner

  • Fly fish guides and gear

  • Boat, kayak, and paddle board access

  • Guided hiking excursions with Danielle Roscher

  • Wood fired cedar hot tub

  • Evening activities

What’s not included:

  • Transportation to Nordegg